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DC Reasi reviews development works in Katra; Inspects civic & health facilities

Excelsior correspondent KATRA, Feb 28: Deputy Commissioner Reasi, Kumar Abhishek, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Spiritual G

J&K outclass heavyweight Karnataka, claim maiden Ranji Trophy title

291-run first innings lead helps take crown *Qamran, Lalotra hit tons, Auqib takes 5 wickets HUBBALLI, Feb 28: Jammu and Kashmir scripted an extr

Feat will inspire young athletes to dream big: PM

NEW DELHI, Feb 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team on Saturday for its first-ever Ranji Trophy win

J&Ks finest hour has arrived: LG

Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Feb 28: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest congratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket

Peace, progress, prosperity driving force of new J&K: HM

NEW DELHI, Feb 28: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday congratulated Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for winning maiden Ranji Trophy title,

DC reviews progress under District CAPEX Budget

Excelsior Correspondent KUPWARA, Feb 28: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, today chaired a review meeting to assess progress under

DC Kathua visits Lakhanpur, reviews infrastructure, assets available for SANJY 2026

Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Feb 28: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma, today visited Lakhanpur to take a detailed review of the statu

DC chairs NCORD meeting, directs administration to intensify war on drugs

Excelsior correspondent SAMBA, Feb 28: To strengthen the districts fight against the drug menace, Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan convened

201 killed, 700 injured as US, Israel launch major attack on Iran

Iranian forces hit back, target military bases *Strikes near Khameneis offices DUBAI, Feb 28: The US and Israel launched a major attack on Iran o

'Khamenei is dead, all signs': Netanyahu drops bombshell claim after IDF hits Iranian leadership

Iran official warns of mental warfare after Israeli reports of Khamenei's death

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that he was not in a position to confirm Israeli reports of the death of Irans Supreme Leader Ali Kh

Shankarlal Goenka gets filmfare award at Guwahati event

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 28: Shankarlal Goenka, a doyen of cinema in Northeast, was conferred the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award during

European cavers visit MLCU, interact with VC, students

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 28: Martin Luther Christian University (MLCU) recently hosted three renowned European caversSimon Brooks, David Coo

Constitutional thinking has to start from home, says S. Muralidhar at Justice Unplugged 2026

Indians do not allow constitutional provisions to influence personal behaviour, says former Orissa HC Chief JusticeatThe HinduJustice Unplugged 2

Khamenei, One Of The Most Evil People In History, Is Dead: Donald Trump

Hours after the US-Israel's joint military operation, US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah was dead.

Union min to begin 3-day Mlaya visit from today

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 28: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, will undertake a three-day official visi

Awareness drive against child marriage concludes in Dawki

From Our Correspondent JOWAI, Feb 28: A three-day awareness campaign on the prevention of child marriage concluded at Dawki under the Amlarem Sub

870 GH farmers supply 150 MT ginger, turmeric through direct market linkage

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Feb 28: A total of 150 metric tonnes of ginger and turmeric have been procured from Garo Hills under a direct market li

Jowai vendors give JHADC two weeks to fix stall allotment issue

From Our Correspondent JOWAI, Feb 28: The Jaintia Tribal Traders Association (JTTA) has given the Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council (JHAD

Cheque Fully Paid Before First Hearing, No Case: HC

The petitioner contended that he paid had the amount after receipt of the statutory notice and before the first date of hearing.

Saving Telangana's Heritage: Activists Demand More ASI-Protected Monuments

The demand comes against the backdrop of up to eight heritage structures being added to the ASI protected list in other states

When Algorithms Decide Sentences and Fly Planes: The Growing Debate Over AI Liability

AI systems learn from historical data

2-Month-Old Baby Girl Found Dead in Water Tub in Nagarkurnool; Murder Suspected

Preliminary inquiries revealed that one Neelamma had disputes with her husband for the past few months

United Nations Security Council To Hold Emergency Meeting On Israel-Iran Conflict

Meanwhile, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Saturday unequivocally condemned the military escalation in the Middle East, sayi

Supreme leader In Good Health, Ayatollah Khamnei's Representative In India Rubbishes Reports Of His Death

Representative of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in India, Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, said,

Lift Plunges From Bhopal Building Days After Body Found In Shaft, 2 Injured

Days after a 77-year-old man's decomposed body was found inside an elevator shaft, another lift accident has been reported at Chinar Dream Cityin

Devasirvatham To Be Head Of Vigilance

The appointment was part of the 20 transfers in the police department announced by the state government on Saturday.

Three youths produced before Juvenile Justice Board in attempt to murder case

Maha Govt. Plans Statewide Crackdown On Bangladeshi Infiltration

BJP MLCs Pravin Darekar and Prasad Lad raised a calling attention motion on the issue in the Upper House, alleging that Bangladeshi nationals wer

Mallu Ravi Slams BRS For Politicising Infants Death

The MP further noted that the babys mother did not belong to the SC community

India walks tightrope amid Iran conflict

Blast Leaves Behind A Macabre; Relatives Find It Difficult To Identify Bodies

Police traced limbs and body parts in the paddy fields and canal waters

Photo Of Khamenei's Body Shown To Trump, Netanyahu: Israeli Media

Two Israeli television networks reported that a photograph of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's body had been shown to US President

Army Pushes For Indigenous Defence Tech

The sessions covered autonomous operations, cyber-physical resilience, counter-drone capabilities and strengthening domestic supply chains.

Rajahmundry Couple Killed in Riyadh, Son Dies Mysteriously

Relatives stated that Prabhakar was in a relationship with a Jordan-based girl from his school,

Facebook restricts video showing defacing of Ambedkar portrait during JNU protest

Budget Schools Seek Clarity On Fee Dues Before Exams

With Ramazan coinciding with the exam period, institutions anticipate further delays in fee payments due to festival expenses.

Expired Medicines Pose Hidden Risks, Warn Doctors

Self-medication compounds the risk

Assam villagers resist excavation for flood mitigation project

Police serve notice to Raijor Dal leader Debanga Sourav Gogoi, an IIM alumnus, for allegedly instigating farmers around a network of wetlands in

9 Held For Fake Vehicle Insurance Racket

Investigators said the fraudsters mainly targeted vehicle owners seeking policy renewals

Sri Lankan woman held for attempting to travel abroad using Indian passport

Doctors perform zygoma procedure at AOMI Summit

Justice Unplugged 2026: extending learning beyond the classroom

Heres a collection of storis from what experts and practitioners in the legal field discussed at Justice Unplugged 2026

18-year-old college student killed in accident near Puzhal

Doctor flags omission of gold medal at medical university convocation

Advanced computer training facility set up in Central Prison

G.V. Selvam, vice-president of VIT, noted that VIT had previously established a similar advanced computer training centre at the Central Prison i

Hyderabad-Born Menaka Guruswamy Gets TMC Rajya Sabha Ticket; Queer Community Weighs In On Representation

In a post on X, Guruswamy said, I am deeply honoured... .Our Constitutions values of equality, fraternity & non-discrimination have guided my lif

Sidelined in society and policy, transmen seek more job opportunities

Eco-tourism campsite inaugurated at Sethumadai in Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Coimbatore district

Was Burj Khalifa and Dubai mall attacked by Iranian drones, and which places have been hit in airstrikes on UAE till now? Dubai Bombing and Iran Dubai conflict explained

Was Burj Khalifa and Dubai mall attacked by Iranian drones, and which places have been hit in airstrikes on UAE till now? Dubai Bombing reports s

India Concern Over Iran Strikes, Urges Restraint

The Indian Embassy in Tehran urged nationals to avoid unnecessary movement and remain indoors.

Quote of the Day by Burt Lancaster: 'Sell yourself first, if you want to sell anything..'Inspiring quotes by the brilliant American actor

Hollywood legend Burt Lancaster believed in selling oneself first. His journey from circus acrobat to Oscar winner highlights this principle. Lan

Thimmapur Women Channel Gruha Lakshmi Money To Construct Yellamma Temple Work

The temple construction had begun about four years ago but was left incomplete due to shortage of funds. Unwilling to let the project remain stal

Ensure 80% Local Jobs At Kazipet Coach Factory: Harish Rao

The BRS leader said the coach factory was realised after a prolonged struggle during the Telangana movement led by K. Chandrashekar Rao.

There Are Signs Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei Is Dead, Says Netanyahu

The Israeli prime minister was addressing reporters hours after the US and Israel carried out strikes on Iran.

Ahead Of Iran Attack, CIA Assessed Khamenei Would Be Replaced If Killed

In the run-up to the US and Israeli attacks on Saturday, the US Central Intelligence Agency assessed that even if Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah

Safety Lapses Trigger High-intensity Blast At Vetlapalem Fireworks Unit

The unit allegedly violated multiple norms

Doctors Seek Surrender Before Recruitment

The association requested the authorities to complete the surrender process before fresh recruitment and to safeguard the seniority and legitimat

NIT Rourkela Develops Smart Roadside System To Detect Vehicles At Blind Corners

A key feature of the framework is a graphical user interface designed for traffic management centres, allowing authorities to monitor high-risk c

Fake CMO Official Arrested for Extorting Government Employee in Rajanna Sircilla

According to police, Surya Prakash targeted Mid Manair Project deputy executive engineer (DEE) Raghupathi posing as a senior CMO official, the ac

Arvind Kejriwal To Hold Rally At Jantar Mantar On Sunday

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal will hold a public meeting at Jantar Mantar on Sunday, his first since he was discharged from the liquor po

Key IAS Reshuffle in Andhra Pradesh; Vijayanand Re-employed After Superannuation

Vijayanand has been placed in full additional charge as Special Chief Secretary, Energy Department, and chairman and managing director of APtrans

J&K aims for 100% Business Reform Compliance in 3 months

CS Calls for Stakeholder Conference Jammu Tawi, Feb 28:Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today stressed the need for holding a comprehensive stakeholde

Telangana Discom Hits Record 6057 MW Demand

Quick-response emergency teams have been deployed across divisions for swift complaint resolution, supported by a dedicated consumer grievance mo

Youth solution to every challenge: LG Sinha

Jammu Tawi, Feb 28:Reminding the people that security forces have rendered innumerable sacrifices to restore peace in Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutena

AP CM, CJI to Lay Foundation Stone for AP Judicial Academy Today

According to the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), the Judicial Academy will be developed over 4.83 acres at Pitchika

RS Election Sparks Game of Thrones; J&K Cong Wants Hindu President

The Congress also has to be mindful of the claims of various aspirants, as it can ill-afford a rebellion in its ranks at this stage.

Telangana Edu Panel Report Fit for Dump Yard: Bandi

He also criticised the governments handling of the Rythu Bharosa scheme, alleging that while it planned to release a third instalment, earlier du

PM, HM, CM, others laud J&K cricket team

CM joins celebrations, announces Rs 2 Cr reward for players, support staff Jammu Tawi, Feb 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Ja

Quote of the Day by Sir Isaac Newton: 'No great discovery was ever made without...'Inspiring quotes by the brilliant physicist and mathematician

Sir Isaac Newton, a pivotal figure in the Scientific Revolution, believed that groundbreaking discoveries stem from old guesses. His theories on

Fasting Instils Empathy by Teaching Value of Hunger and Hardship: Pemmasani

Dr Chandrasekhar said he felt privileged to facilitate the construction of a community hall that would serve Muslim brethren, particularly during

Two RDO Office Staff, Private Individual Held in 40,000 Bribery Case at Sullurpeta

Searches are under way at the residences of the accused and at the RDO office.

Karnataka curated high-quality deal flow for AVGC sector, backed by global investors: Priyank Kharge

Diagnostic lab offers free anaemia and thyroid testing to mark International Womens Day

Holi And The Colour of New Beginnings

Holi is a time of joy, abandon and release, manifested physically in interactions with family and friends and the sharing of colours, and it is a

Ranji Trophy: J&K lords it over Karnataka, wins historic title

QamranandSahilhit unbeaten tons as the northern side bats out the final day without losing a wicket to clinch its maiden crown; southern outfit l

Greens candidate Hannah Spencers seismic win shows British politics is changing fast

PM Keir Starmer cant save Labour Party from shrinking with his present policy By Ben Chacko LONDON: Hannah Spencers resounding win for the Green

War Hits Flights From Hyderabad, Fliers Stranded

Airport authorities said that as of 10 pm, 21 arrivals and 23 departures had been cancelled as airports across the Gulf were shut down.

Forensic scientist advocates for science, integrity at ALC annual day meet

MoU seeks to improve planning in suburban, rural areas of Tamil Nadu

Rahul to Meet DCC Leaders in Vikarabad

He will also interact with family members of district leaders and take part in a photo session before addressing the final session of Sangathan S

17.91 Lakh Telangana Students Served Ragi Gruel

Cooking charges for 202526 have also been raised, with the state bearing the additional cost. A total of 46,933 cook-cum-helpers are paid 3,000 p

SC halts NCERT Book on a chapter on Judicial Corruption!

The judiciary, which purports to be the protector of democracy, simultaneously defends itself aggressively against even the slightest attempts at

New NSUI national chief takes oath, promises to resist anti-democratic mindset on campuses

Over 2,000 students from 18 Stateschools get tech-ed as they play football

ACB Conducts Searches at Residences of Kadiyam Sub-Registrar, Staff

Investigations in the case are continuing

GVMC Council Clears All 68 Agenda Items; Women Corporators Seek Tourist Tour

Expressing satisfaction over the functioning of the Council during his tenure, the Mayor thanked members for their cooperation in approving devel

VRO Caught Red-Handed by ACB While Accepting 20,000 Bribe in Gudluru

Acting on the complaint, ACB officials laid a trap and apprehended the accused near the bus stand centre in Gudluru on February 28.

Dubai's Burj Khalifa attacked by Iranian drones? Heres what we know so far

Reports suggest Iran may have targeted the Burj Khalifa following a missile strike on the Palm Jumeirah, though UAE authorities have not confirme

20 Lakh Compensation Announced For Cracker Blast Victims; Four Officials Suspended

Naidu visited Vetapalem village, where the blast occurred, and later the Community Health Centre at Samalkot, where the bodies were brought.